Aniket Patel

Operations Associate

Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India4 yrs 5 mos experience

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Key Highlights

Expert in optimizing procurement workflows.
Strong negotiation skills leading to cost reductions.
Proficient in managing Purchase-to-Pay processes.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Procurement Specialist with expertise in operational efficiency and vendor management.

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Skills

Core Skills

Operations ManagementProcurementNegotiation

Other Skills

Vendor ManagementCustomer Relationship Management (CRM)Pricing StrategyPricing NegotiationsDMAICProblem IdentificationProcess ImprovementFoundation of Analytics LiteracyE-auctionsOperational EfficiencyPurchase RequisitionsProject Procurement ManagementProcurement SpecificationsTechnical SupportStreamlining Operational Processes

About

MBA in Finance from SAM College of Engineering and Technology and holding a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Barkatullah University with a focus on business and commerce. Currently serving as a Procurement Officer at Adani Group, contributing to the efficiency of Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) processes, supporting auction execution, and maintaining procurement documentation. Expertise includes operations management, customer relationship management (CRM), and foundational analytics literacy, enabling effective collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimize procurement workflows and address client queries.

Experience

4 yrs 5 mos

Total Experience

1 yr 1 mo

Average Tenure

1 yr 6 mos

Current Experience

Adani group

Procurement Officer

Oct 2024 – Present · 1 yr 6 mos

Managed Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) processes, ensuring a seamless flow from procurement to payment and improving transaction accuracy. Assisted in resolving client procurement queries, gaining hands-on experience in technical support. Supported the auction process execution, ensuring timely delivery while adhering to internal quality standards. Engaged with clients to understand their needs, providing basic guidance and learning to handle client queries effectively. Collaborated with cross-functional teams, contributing to smoother procurement operations and project execution. Maintained procurement documentation, developing a solid understanding of technical and commercial processes. Began familiarizing with ERP systems and procurement platforms to streamline service delivery and process automation.

Vendor ManagementCustomer Relationship Management (CRM)Operations ManagementProcurement

Uflex limited

Purchase Supervisor

Jul 2024 – Oct 2024 · 3 mos

Collaborated with stakeholders to develop and execute monthly and quarterly procurement plans. Reviewed and verified purchase requisitions (PRs) and technical specifications for accuracy and completeness. Cross-checked vendor offers with PRs to ensure alignment with technical department requirements. Led negotiations with vendors for specific item categories, providing detailed feedback to the Head of Department for approval. Prepared cost comparisons and internal office memos to support purchase order (PO) placements. Monitored vendor deliveries to ensure timely receipt of goods and smooth payment processes. Issued inquiries to vendors based on their expertise in specific item categories, optimizing procurement efficiency.

Pricing StrategyVendor ManagementProcurementNegotiation

Ralington exports

Sourcing Executive

Feb 2024 – Jul 2024 · 5 mos · On-site

Vardhman textiles

Purchase Assistant

Nov 2021 – Feb 2024 · 2 yrs 3 mos

Negotiated pricing, credit terms, and transportation with suppliers to ensure favorable terms.
Managed purchases, receipts, and documentation of finished goods, materials, packaging, and ingredients. Evaluated supplier quotations and conducted comparisons to leverage and deliver on budgets. Recorded purchases and supply movements to maintain accurate inventory records.
Outlined quantities, costs, and delivery date specifications for purchasing requirements.
Followed buyer directives for purchases and resolved issues related to deliveries, price, or item quality promptly. Successfully obtained the best prices for goods through strong negotiation skills.

Vendor ManagementPricing NegotiationsNegotiationProcurement